Fast-track planning service
Tower Hamlets Council has approved a new fast-track planning service to boost income and align fees with other London boroughs.
Tower Hamlets Council's Cabinet approved a new fast-track planning service on 21 October 2026. This service, alongside revised fees for pre-application advice and Planning Performance Agreements, aims to generate additional income for the council. The changes are also intended to improve cost recovery and provide greater clarity for applicants.
The council benchmarked its fees against comparable Inner London boroughs, including the City of London, Westminster, Hackney, Newham, Islington, and Southwark. A review found some existing charges were below market levels, leading to the decision to align fees. The fast-track service offers accelerated processing for suitable planning applications. No upcoming discussions or decisions regarding the service are mentioned in the provided material.
Key facts
- Tower Hamlets Council's Cabinet approved the fast-track planning service and revised fees on 21 October 2026. Source
- The new service aims to generate additional income and improve cost recovery for the council. Source
- Fees were benchmarked against City of London, Westminster, Hackney, Newham, Islington, and Southwark. Source
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